Battle.net vs CheapShark
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Battle.net vs CheapShark: common questions
Which is more reliable, Battle.net or CheapShark?
Only CheapShark is on our probe schedule so far (—% uptime over 90 days). The other is catalogued but not yet live-checked, so we can't compare measured reliability head-to-head — check the uncovered API's own status page for now.
Do Battle.net and CheapShark need an API key?
CheapShark needs no key, while Battle.net requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for CheapShark first.
Can I call Battle.net and CheapShark from the browser?
Only CheapShark is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Battle.net needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are Battle.net and CheapShark free for commercial use?
Battle.net has unclear commercial terms, and CheapShark has unclear commercial terms. We track service terms and the data license as separate fields — see the Commercial use and Data license rows above, and confirm both before shipping either in a paid product.